@graceanswersdotinfo: Short Lesson: Debunking Oneness Pentecostalism – One God, Wrong Doctrine Oneness Pentecostalism (also known as “Jesus Only” doctrine) denies the Trinity and teaches that God is a single person who manifests in different modes—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—not simultaneously, but sequentially. It also teaches that baptism in Jesus' name and speaking in tongues are required for salvation. These teachings directly oppose historic Christian doctrine and distort the gospel of grace. --- 1. Denial of the Trinity Oneness Claim: God is not three distinct Persons, but one person who appears in three roles. Biblical Refutation: Matthew 3:16–17 — At Jesus’ baptism, the Father speaks, the Son is baptized, and the Spirit descends—all present at once. John 14:16 — Jesus says the Father will send “another Comforter” (the Holy Spirit). The Greek word for “another” is allos, meaning another of the same kind—not Himself. --- 2. Modalism is Heresy, Not Monotheism Oneness Claim: The Father, Son, and Spirit are just masks God wears. Biblical Refutation: John 17:5 — Jesus prays, “Glorify me with the glory I had with You before the world was.” This shows eternal, personal distinction—not roles. Modalism was condemned as heresy in early church councils (e.g., Sabellianism). --- 3. Baptism in Jesus’ Name Only Is Required Oneness Claim: Baptism must be done in the name of Jesus only, not in the Trinitarian formula. Biblical Refutation: Matthew 28:19 — Jesus commanded baptism “in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.” The phrase “in Jesus’ name” in Acts means by His authority, not an exact formula. The emphasis is on faith in Christ, not legalistic words. --- 4. Speaking in Tongues Is Required for Salvation Oneness Claim: Tongues are the necessary evidence of receiving the Holy Spirit and being saved. Biblical Refutation: 1 Corinthians 12:30 — “Do all speak with tongues?” (Implied answer: no.) Ephesians 1:13 — Believers are sealed with the Spirit when they believe the gospel, not when they speak in tongues. Salvation is by grace through faith, not tongues (Ephesians 2:8–9). --- 5. Salvation by Works and Sacramental Requirements Oneness Claim: One must repent, be baptized (Jesus’ name only), and speak in tongues to be saved. Biblical Refutation: Titus 3:5 — “Not by works of righteousness which we have done.” Acts 16:31 — “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved.” The gospel is about faith in Christ, not ritual performance or emotional experiences. --- Conclusion: Oneness Pentecostalism: Denies the Trinity Redefines Jesus Adds works to grace Confuses salvation with spiritual gifts But the Bible says: “He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life.” – John 3:36 The true gospel is faith alone in Christ alone, not formulas, manifestations, or tongues.

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